Essays about: "procurement structure"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 49 essays containing the words procurement structure.

1. 16. The true costs of internationally purchasing of energy storage systems in the Electromobility sector - A case study of Volvo Trucks battery supply chain

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Fadi Alrejal; Kristóf Rákosi; [2019-08-08]
   Keywords : Total cost of ownership; International purchasing; Global supply chain; Electromobility; Energy storage systems batteries ; “Make or buy” decisions;

   Abstract : Prior studies which are written in the field of the total cost of ownership (TCO) have focused on the application of TCO concept on mature industry sectors. The argument for the usefulness of TCO is mainly based on the fact that in the case of a mature industry the structure of supply chain can be easily and effectively identified. READ MORE

3. 17. Blockchain Smart Contracts, the new rebar in the construction industry?

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Viktor Björklund; Tim Vincze; [2019-07-02]
   Keywords : Blockchain; Smart contracts; Construction industry; Concrete industry; Supply chain management; Supply chain financing;

   Abstract : Problem discussion and purpose - The blockchain technology, and its subset technology - smart contracts, has the potential to redefine the structure of future networks. Due to its underlying technology and its characteristics, there is a potential that blockchain smart contracts could provide benefits both within supply chain management as well as supply chain financing. READ MORE

4. 18. The institutional environments impact on sales at an engineering consultancy firm : The institutional environments impact on sales at an engineering consultancy firm

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Industriell teknik

   Author : Felix Brunnstedt; [2019]
   Keywords : New institutional theory; public procurement; sales; engineering consultant; institutional environment; isomorphism; public sector; Nyinstitutionell teori; offentlig upphandling; försäljning; ingenjörskonsult; institutionell miljö; isomorfis; offentlig sektor;

   Abstract : This thesis uses a case study approach and investigates how the institutional environment has an impact on decision making regarding sales within three departments at WSP Management in Sweden. With the application of neo-institutional frameworks, the study explains how decision making is constrained by the institution and the actors that make up the institutional environment, as well as how a pursuit for stability and legitimacy isolate engineering consultant companies from other sectors within the market. READ MORE

5. 19. A Study about the use of Resources to Strengthen the Network Position : A Comparative Case analysis within the Defense industry

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Industriell teknik

   Author : Matilda Immonen; [2019]
   Keywords : 4R; Defense Industry; IMP; Innovation; Network Theory; Resources;

   Abstract : This qualitative research has been performed at Saab Dynamics with the purpose to analyze how resources are used in Saab to improve their processes and increase their market share. The theory used is founded in IMP theory with the implication that companies must move their focus from only considering internal resources into using their network. READ MORE

6. 20. Sustainable certifications in the public procurement by municipalities of IT-products

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Moa Glansén; Elin Olsson; [2018-06-26]
   Keywords : Sustainability; Public procurement; Eco-label; Certification; Municipality;

   Abstract : There are many different approaches to combat sustainability challenges, one of them being the use of certifications. The purpose of this thesis is to gain an understanding of the motives to include sustainability in public procurement, with focus on sustainable certifications. READ MORE